The noun ovation has origins in the Latin word ovare, meaning “exult, rejoice, triumph.” Ancient Romans used it to describe a ceremony honoring a general entering Rome following a minor triumph.
What is the verb for Ovation?
(transitive, intransitive, informal, rare) To give (someone) an ovation (prolonged enthusiastic applause). Synonym: (informal) ovate.
What is the definition ovation?
Definition of ovation 1 : a ceremony attending the entering of Rome by a general who had won a victory of less importance than that for which a triumph was granted. 2 : an expression or demonstration of popular acclaim especially by enthusiastic applause received a standing ovation.
Does ovation mean applause?
an enthusiastic public reception of a person, marked especially by loud and prolonged applause.
What is the opposite of ovation?
Opposite of enthusiastic and public praise. criticism. brickbats. censure. denigration.
What is the synonym of ovation?
round of applause, applause, handclapping, clapping, cheering, cheers, bravos, acclaim, standing ovation, acclamation, praise, plaudits, laurels, tribute, accolade, bouquets. informal hand, big hand. rare laudation, extolment. shoppertainment.
What type of noun is ovation?
prolonged enthusiastic applause. (Ancient Rome) a victory ceremony of less importance than a triumph.
What part of speech is ovation?
What is the synonyms for Ovation?
synonyms for ovation
- acclaim.
- acclamation.
- applause.
- testimonial.
- bravos.
- cheering.
- hand.
- plaudits.
Is Chicken Hearted a word?
adjective Informal. timid; fearful; cowardly.
What is an antonym for Ovation?
Enthusiastic recognition (especially one accompanied by loud applause). Antonyms. disapproval unacknowledged acknowledged rejection distrust mistrust debit.
